How far is Upton, WY from Cody, WY?
The driving distance from Upton, WY to Cody, WY is about 298.3 miles (480 km), with a travel time of about 05h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 220.9 miles (355.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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City in Wyoming, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Upton and Cody.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upton and Cody.
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Start on Ash Street
17 m · 3 sec · Ash Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
19.3 mi · 29 min · 2nd Street
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Continue on East Converse Street
1802 ft · 32 sec · East Converse Street
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Turn right onto I-90 Access Road
1523 ft · 32 sec · I-90 Access Road
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Take the ramp left
930 ft · 12 sec
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Merge slight left
145.8 mi · 2 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 14 West: Ranchester-Dayton, Greybull-Lovell, Yellowstone-Teton National Parks
2282 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
79 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Turn right onto North 6th Street
52.3 mi · 59 min · North 6th Street
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Continue on 17th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 17th Street
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Continue on Sheridan Avenue
126 m · 18 sec · Sheridan Avenue
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Turn right onto 16th Street
30 m · 3 sec · 16th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 16th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Upton and Cody.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I-90 Access Road
Merge slight left
146 mi · 02h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Upton and Sunny near Cody.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Upton to Cody?
The road trip is about 298.3 miles (480 km) and usually takes 05h 04m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sheridan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 148.9 miles from Upton and 149.3 miles from Cody.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 220.9 miles (355.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 77.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:50 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.95 one way or $81.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Upton and Sunny near Cody.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Upton and Cody. Straight-line distance: 220.88 mi (355.48 km).
#1 Upton
Town in Weston County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 1,032 |
| Coordinates | 44.0997000, -104.6280200 |
| Altitude | 1292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cody
City in and county seat of Park County, Wyoming, United States
| Population | 9,847 |
| Coordinates | 44.5263400, -109.0565300 |
| Altitude | 1523 |
| Country | United States |
End: 16th Street (-109.056273, 44.526342)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 480 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $40.95 | $81.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $44.51 | $89.02 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $47.86 | $95.71 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $56.93 | $113.87 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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